Remote Learning - Novel Effect

Remote and Online Learning Resources

At Novel Effect we believe in the power of stories to transport us any place our imaginations can dream up! We’re here to support you, during these uncertain and anxious times, as you try to maintain a sense of normalcy for the children in your lives.

We’ll continue to update our resources below as you sort through the logistics of online and remote learning.

TIPS FOR RECORDING OR STREAMING READ ALOUDS

Video Tips for Shared Online Read Alouds

PUBLISHER GUIDELINES FOR SHARED READ ALOUDS

Novel Effect Activities and Resources

FULL LIST OF IN-APP TITLES WITH UPDATED FREE EBOOKS

In App Titles with Full-Length Ebooks for Shared Read Alouds

The publishers or authors of these books have agreed to offer full-length free ebooks inside the Novel Effect app. They have also agreed to offer temporary permission for online readings. Recordings should be removed once normal school operations resume.

The Adventures of Frank and Mustard: Stuck in the Mud
by Simon Calcavecchia
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Author Resources: YouTube reading of Frank and Mustard by the author

Alycat and the Monday Blues
by Alysson Bourque
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Author Resources: Live streamed readings Thursdays at 10:30 CT visit the Alycat Facebook page for more details

China’s Child
by Evi Triantafyllides
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Novel Effect Activity: Interactive Maze

The Cows Go Moo
by Jim Petipas
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Author Resources: Coloring worksheets

El Cuentro de Peter Rabbit
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Novel Effect Activity (In English only)

Fast Freddy
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Forever with Jesus
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

God’s Easter Miracles
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

God’s Gift
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

I’m Not Afraid
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

A Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding
by Evi Triantafyllides
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Novel Effect Activity: Word Jumble

A Servant Like Jesus
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Slumberkins Presents The Feels
by Kelly Oriard and Callie Christensen
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Author Resources: Stress relief activities and downloads
Author Resources: Blog post – navigating anxiety in uncertain times
Author Resources: Live Reading, more info to come

The Tale of Benjamin Bunny
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Novel Effect Activity

The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

The Tale of Peter Rabbit
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Novel Effect Activity

What a Bragger!
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Wow! The Good News in Four Words
by Dandi Daley Mackall
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect

Author Resource: Finger Puppets sheet
Author Resource: Bible Verses

In App Titles with Online Read Aloud Permissions

The publishers or authors of these books have agreed to offer temporary permission for online readings. Recordings should be removed once normal school operations resume.

Novel Effect's Storytime Read Alouds

The links below are for storytime videos featuring our team members and guests reading aloud from some of our favorite titles!

Click the titles below to watch the videos on our YouTube channel.

Owl Moon with Melody
Polar Express with Bonnie
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins with Zev
God’s Gift with Grace
How the Grinch Stole Christmas with Eric
Danza del Coral with Maria Jose
Green Eggs and Ham with Nat and Matt
The Thankful Book with Brittany

Click the titles below to watch the videos on our Facebook page.

All Aboard National Parks with Eric and Melody
Bear Snores On with Matt B.
Casey at the Bat with Ju and Ryan
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom with Melissa and Eleanor
China’s Child with Evi
Click Clack Moo Cows that Type with Carmela and Tina
The Cow and The Moon with Eric
Cyclops Witch and the Heebie Jeebies with Nat and Peri
The Day the Crayons Quit with Grace
Danza del Corral! with Maria Jose
Dragons Love Tacos with Grace
Duck and Goose Go to the Beach with Matt B.
Duck Rabbit with Eric and Matt B.
Edgar Gets Ready for Bed with Matt H.
God’s Gift with Grace
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns with Ryan
Green Eggs and Ham with Nat and Matt
Guess How Much I Love You with Eric
Happy Hippos Have Healthy Hips with Matt B.
Here We Are Notes for Living on Planet Earth with Ju and Jacoby
Here We Are Notes for Living on Planet Earth with Eric
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins with Zev
How Far Do you Love Me with Ju
The Invisible String with Melissa
Little Leonardo’s Fascinating World of Technology with Ryan
Little Shop of Monsters with Melody
A Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding with Melissa
The Most Magnificent Thing with Nat and Peri
My Dad Used to Be Cool with Matt H. and Eleanor
Olivia with Matt H.
Owl Moon with Melody
Peter Pan with Matt B.
The Walrus and the Carpenter with Matt B.
Wherever You Are My Love Will Find You with Melody
The Wonderful Things You Will Be with Tina
Wolfie the Bunny with Melissa